MEXICAN STREET-CORN PALETA (CORN, SOUR CREAM AND LIME POPSICLE)
Fany Gerson makes her paletas, Mexican fruit ice-pops, the traditional way: with real fruit for intense flavors. Although this flavor isn't traditional, it was inspired by esquites, a favorite Mexican street food of corn dressed with sour cream, lime and chile. To make it, infuse milk with fresh sweet corn and chile, and then blend it into a smooth base. Fold in some lime and sautéed corn for texture, and freeze for a rich, sweet-savory treat.
Provided by Francis Lam
Categories snack, ice creams and sorbets, dessert
Time 9h45m
Yield About 20 3-ounce pops
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the milk, 2 1/2 cups corn kernels, cobs, serrano chile, 1 teaspoon kosher salt and sugar in a stockpot. (If your corn is very sweet, reduce the sugar slightly.) Place over medium heat, stirring the bottom with a spatula. Bring to a simmer, and reduce the heat to maintain it; do not boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn is mostly tender, about 15 minutes from when it comes to a simmer.
- Let cool for 10 minutes, and remove the corn cobs and serrano chile and reserve. Working in batches if necessary, blend the milk mixture in a blender until smooth. Blend in sour cream, lime zest, lime juice and more salt or sugar to taste. Transfer milk mixture to a bowl, add the corn cobs (and serrano, if you like) and chill at least four hours, preferably overnight.
- Heat butter in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat until foamy. Add the remaining corn and a few pinches of salt. Sauté until the corn is nicely browned, 3 to 5 minutes. If the bottom of the pan is browning, stir in some water until it fully evaporates. Transfer to a bowl, chill and reserve.
- Remove the cobs and serrano again and discard. Divide the sautéed corn among your Popsicle molds (about 1 tablespoon each if using 3-ounce molds). Divide the milk mixture into the molds. Give each a gentle stir to distribute the corn. Freeze for 50 minutes, or until just hard enough to stand the Popsicle sticks up, insert sticks and freeze until firm, at least 4 hours more. To unmold, dip the molds for a moment in hot water, and remove the paletas. Sprinkle with chile powder, if desired.
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[email protected]Overall, I thought these popsicles were just okay. They weren't bad, but they weren't great either.
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[email protected]These popsicles were a bit too icy for my taste.
Charlotte Frimpong
[email protected]I found these popsicles to be a bit bland. They needed more flavor.
afridi Umer
[email protected]These popsicles are a bit too sweet for my taste.
Barkat Soomro
[email protected]I love that these popsicles are made with fresh ingredients. You can really taste the difference.
Pearl Sharon
[email protected]These popsicles are a great way to use up leftover corn on the cob.
Snoop Burrito
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of corn, but I actually really liked these popsicles. The sour cream and lime flavors really balance out the corn flavor.
lipeng sun
[email protected]These popsicles are a bit pricey, but they're worth it. They're so delicious and refreshing.
full funy fasilabadi
[email protected]I'm allergic to dairy, so I was happy to find that these popsicles are made with coconut milk. They're just as delicious as the traditional version.
Rosagarcia Elia
[email protected]These popsicles are a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.
MD Nazmul Hasan
[email protected]I love the fact that these popsicles are made with real ingredients. I know exactly what's in them, and I feel good about giving them to my kids.
Hi Momo
[email protected]These popsicles are the perfect party food. They're easy to make ahead of time, and they're always a hit with guests.
Bl Erok
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. These popsicles are a great way to cool down on a hot day, and they're also a healthy snack.
Meni Asho
[email protected]These popsicles are so unique and flavorful. I've never had anything like them before.
Qasim Khawaja
[email protected]I love that these popsicles are made with fresh corn. It gives them a really great flavor.
robert olivares
[email protected]These popsicles are the perfect summer treat. They're light and refreshing, and they have just the right amount of sweetness.
Kamohelo Pelea
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about trying these popsicles, but I'm so glad I did! They're absolutely delicious.
Derek Crots
[email protected]These popsicles are so easy to make, and they're a great way to use up leftover corn on the cob.
Adrina
[email protected]I love the combination of corn, sour cream, and lime in these popsicles. It's a unique and delicious flavor that I've never had before.
Christo Venter
[email protected]These popsicles were a huge hit at my summer party! They're so refreshing and flavorful, and they're the perfect way to cool down on a hot day.